Lean Leader

Thales Group; Templecombe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Lean Leader in Templecombe to drive transformation in manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for embedding a Lean mindset, leading cross-functional teams, and fostering a culture of operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Lean manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Lean tools and practices.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Transform manufacturing processes and embed a Lean mindset.
• Lead tactical transformations and deliver impactful training sessions.
• Foster a culture of operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical Skills

Lean tools and practices

Flow improvement techniques

Job description

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Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom

Thales people provide armed forces customers with operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defence mission systems solutions at land, sea, and air. Our platforms extend across the battlespace including Above and Sonar, Electronic Combat, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance systems.

Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their careers with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security, and Space.

Your health and well-being matter to us, and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part-time hours, job sharing, home working, or flexible start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions.

Lean Leader

Templecombe

Are you ready to take on a hands-on role and drive meaningful change within an organisation? If that sounds like you, we have the perfect opportunity waiting!

What the role has to offer:

1. The chance to work in a collaborative and innovative environment that values your input and where you can be a catalyst for change.

2. Dynamic role, offering endless opportunities to learn new tools, methodologies, and best practices.

Our Opportunity

As our Lean Leader, you will be the go-to expert, transforming our manufacturing processes from the ground up. You will work closely with our industrial teams, sharing your expertise, and leading by example. Your mission is to embed a Lean continuous improvement mindset into every corner of our operations, ensuring efficiency and innovation are central to our culture. You will drive tactical transformations, deliver impactful training sessions, and foster a culture of operational excellence. Be the spearhead of change and the voice of Lean within our manufacturing operations.

About You

We are looking for a proactive leader with a passion for driving change and empowering teams. The ideal candidate will have:

1. Proven experience in Lean manufacturing and strong knowledge of Lean tools and practices.

2. Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.

3. Expertise in flow improvement techniques.

4. The ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Thales is an equal opportunities employer, and diversity and inclusion are integral to our success.

This role requires SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held; if not, the successful applicant will need to undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance.

To be eligible for full SC clearance, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some cases, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.

For further details on the evidence required for Security Clearances, please refer to the UK Government's National Security Vetting (NSV) Agency website.

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In line with Thales' security requirements, candidates will need to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment/education history for up to three years. Some positions may require full Security Clearance, which could involve additional checks. For more information, visit the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency website.

At Thales, we provide careers, not just jobs. With 80,000 employees across 68 countries, our mobility policy enables many to develop their careers both at home and abroad, in their current fields or new areas. We believe embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working.

Thales UK is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments to support neurodiverse applicants or those with disabilities or long-term conditions. To request adjustments or for questions about the recruitment process, please contact the relevant recruitment team.

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